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How to Travel from

Chicago to San Francisco Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$547.76

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$560.50

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$292.99
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$331.20

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$535.02
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$828.01

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.60–$280.25

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$547.76

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$170.91
Plane from Midway International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$160.23
Plane from Midway International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$445.85

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.19

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.56–$700.62

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Richmond to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.46–$15.29

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$140.12–$828.01
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.57–$203.82

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to fly which costs $54.35 - $250 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $54.35 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to San Francisco Airport (SFO). However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level via St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Mission St & 1st St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to San Francisco Airport (SFO). However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at San Francisco International Airport via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The distance between Chicago and San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 2996 km. The road distance is 3446.5 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) without a car is to train and BART which takes 2 days 6h and costs $195.65 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus from?

Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train from?

Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

The best way to get from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $54.35 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $163.04 - $1086.96 and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus arrive?

Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 03:24 in Chicago and 01:24 in San Francisco Airport (SFO).

Where does the Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train arrive?

Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is 3446 km. It takes approximately 32h 50m to drive from Chicago to San Francisco Airport (SFO).

Where can I stay near San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

There are 793+ hotels available in San Francisco Airport (SFO). Prices start at $52.37 per night.
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